Crestron CEN-RFGWX-EX User manual

Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX

infiNET EX™ Gateway

Operations & Installation Guide

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Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX™ Gateway

Contents

infiNET EX™ Gateway: CEN-RFGW-EX 1

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1

Features and Functions................................................................................................ 2

Specifications ..............................................................................................................3

Physical Description....................................................................................................5

Industry Compliance ................................................................................................... 9

Setup ........................................................................................................................................11

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................11

Identity Code ............................................................................................................. 12

Installation................................................................................................................. 13

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................14

Programming Software............................................................................................................16

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................16

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder.............................................................. 16

Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................ 16

Example Program...................................................................................................... 19

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................ 20

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................20

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................21

Program Checks ........................................................................................................ 22

Operation .................................................................................................................................23

Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 25

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................27

Reference Documents................................................................................................ 29

Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................29

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................29

Appendix A: The RF Spectrum ..............................................................................................30

Appendix B: Optimum RF Reception Guidelines .................................................................. 31

Minimize Interference ............................................................................................... 31

Gateway Placement ...................................................................................................31

Antenna Orientation ..................................................................................................32

Return and Warranty Policies .................................................................................................. 34

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................34

CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................34

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Crestron CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX™ Gateway

infiNET EX™ Gateway:

CEN-RFGW-EX

Introduction

The CEN-RFGW-EX gateway is an RF wireless transceiver designed for

use with the MLX-2 infiNET EX™ LCD Handheld Remote and other

Crestron

®

infiNET EX devices as part of a Crestron control system.

“Wi-Fi friendly” RF technology permits selection from 16 ISM

*

channels

within the 2.4 GHz spectrum to minimize the possibility of interference

with other RF equipment including 802.11 devices. The CEN-RFGW-EX

affords a range of approximately 100 feet (30 meters) indoors.

Up to 16 MLX-2 remotes or other infiNET EX devices, may be

associated with a single CEN-RFGW-EX. Setup is simple, utilizing

dynamic discovery to locate and acquire each remote automatically. Each

wireless connection is monitored continuously, diligently keeping track

when remotes go to sleep or wander out of range and restoring

communications seamlessly when any remote reappears on the network.

More than just a wireless bridge, the CEN-RFGW-EX actually functions

as a proxy for each MLX-2, processing every button press and display

change right onboard. So when a remote goes to sleep or out of range, the

gateway continues communicating with the control system, keeping sync

with every command and updating the remote’s display the instant it

awakens or reconnects.

* Industrial, Scientific and Medical; refers to frequency range used for unlicensed

communications applications, such as Wi-Fi.

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A choice of Cresnet

®

or PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) powers the

CEN-RFGW-EX right through the network wiring, eliminating the need

for a separate wall-wart power supply. The CEN-RFGW-EX is available

with a PoE Injector, PWE-4803RU included (as model

CEN-RFGW-EX-PWE), which simply connects inline with the Ethernet

cable connected to the gateway, allowing for installation at any

convenient location. Or, using Crestron’s 5-port PoE switch

(CEN-SW-POE-5, sold separately), up to four gateways and other PoE

devices can be powered from a single location, simplifying design and

wiring.

Features and Functions

• infiNET EX 2-way RF wireless transceiver/gateway

• Manages up to 16 MLX-2 handheld remotes or other Crestron

infiNET EX devices

• Up to 100 feet (30 meters) range indoors

• Dynamic discovery for fast, easy setup

• “Wi-Fi friendly” channel selection

• Built-in RF network diagnostics

• Cresnet or Ethernet control system interface

• PoE “Power-over-Ethernet” compatible

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Specifications

Specifications for the CEN-RFGW-EX are listed in the following table.

CEN-RFGW-EX Specifications

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Wireless

RF Transceiver infiNET EX 2-way RF, 2.4 GHz

ISM Channels 11-26 (2400 to

2483.5 MHz), IEEE 802.15.4

compliant;

Maximum 16 remotes per

gateway;

Default RF channel is 15

Range (typical) 100 feet (30 meters) indoors,

subject to site-specific conditions

Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX,

auto-switching, auto-negotiating,

auto-discovery, full/half duplex,

TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, DHCP,

IEEE 802.3U and 802.3af

compliant;

Unit ships with DHCP enabled.

Power Requirements

1

PoE <45 mA @ 48 Volts DC

Cresnet Power Usage 2 Watts

(0.09 Amps @ 24 Volts DC)

Default Net ID 2F

Minimum 2-Series Control

System Update File

2, 3

Version 3.155.1240 or later

Environmental

Temperature 41º to 104º F (5º to 40º C)

Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-

condensing)

Heat Dissipation 7 BTU/Hr

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CEN-RFGW-EX Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Enclosure Aluminum with polycarbonate

label overlay, freestanding or

surface mount with (4) integral

mounting flanges.

Dimensions

(without antenna)

Height 6.41 in (16.27 cm)

Width 3.91 in (9.94 cm)

Depth 1.43 in (3.62 cm)

Weight 13.1 oz (372.7 g)

Available Models

CEN-RFGW-EX infiNET EX Gateway

CEN-RFGW-EX-PWE infiNET EX Gateway

w/PoE Injector

Available Accessories

PWE-4803RU PoE Injector (included with model

CEN-RFGW-EX-PWE)

CEN-SW-POE-5 5-Port PoE Switch

1. May be powered by PoE or Cresnet network power.

2. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to

the NOTE following these footnotes.

3. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest

Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.

NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website are for authorized

Crestron dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers

(CAIP) only. New users may be required to register to obtain access to

certain areas of the site (including the FTP site).

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Physical Description

This section provides information on the connections, controls and

indicators available on your CEN-RFGW-EX.

CEN-RFGW-EX Physical View

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CEN-RFGW-EX Overall Dimensions (Top, Front, Side and Bottom Views)

1

6.41 in

(16.27 cm)

1.43 in

(3.62 cm)

6

5

4

2

1

5.30 in

(13.47 cm)

3.50 in

(8.89 cm)

3

7

8

3.91 in

(9.94 cm)

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators

# CONNECTORS

1

,

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

DESCRIPTION

1 ANTENNA (1) Connection for supplied

antenna

2 PWR LED (1) Green LED, indicates

operating power supplied from

Cresnet network or PoE

3 NET LED (1) Yellow LED, indicates

communication with the

Cresnet system

4 ACTIVITY LED (1) Red LED, indicates

wireless communications

5 ACQUIRE

(Button and LED)

(1) Recessed pushbutton with

red LED, used to set up

connections with wireless

devices

6 SETUP

(Button and LED)

(1) Recessed pushbutton with

red LED, used to set up

connection with the control

system via Cresnet or Ethernet

7 LAN PoE

2, 3, 4

GREEN

LED

YELLOW

LED

PIN 8

PIN 1

(1) 8-wire RJ-45 with two LED

indicators;

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX

Ethernet port, 802.3af Power

over Ethernet compliant;

Green LED indicates link

status;

Yellow LED indicates Ethernet

activity

PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL

1 TX + 5 N/C

2 TX - 6 RC -

3 RC+ 7 N/C

4 N/C 8 N/C

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued)

# CONNECTORS

1

,

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

DESCRIPTION

8 NET

3

GZ Y

24

(1) 3.5 mm detachable terminal

block;

Cresnet slave port, connects to

Cresnet control network

24: Power (24 Volts DC)

Y: Data

Z: Data

G: Ground

1. Interface connector for NET port is provided with the unit.

2. To determine which is pin 1 on the cable, hold the cable so that the end of the

eight pin modular jack is facing away from you, with the clip down and copper

side up. Pin 1 is on the far left.

3. Power should be supplied through either the LAN PoE port or the NET port but

not both.

4. The pin out table indicates signal connections. DC power applied by Ethernet

power sourcing equipment (PSE) can connect to either signal pins or N/C pins.

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Industry Compliance

As of the date of manufacture, the CEN-RFGW-EX has been tested and

found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per

EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement

FCC ID: EROCEN-RFGW-EX

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful

interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of

the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement

IC: 5683C-CENRFGWEX

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference

that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Setup

Network Wiring

When wiring the Cresnet and Ethernet network, consider the following:

• Use Crestron Certified Wire.

• Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.

• Provide sufficient power to the system.

CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results

or damage to the equipment. Please use the Crestron Power

Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the

system (www.crestron.com/calculators

).

Cresnet

For networks with 20 or more devices, use a Cresnet Hub/Repeater

(CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality.

For more details, refer to “Check Network Wiring” which starts on page

27.

Ethernet

The CEN-RFGW-EX can also use high-speed Ethernet for

communications between the device and a control system, computer,

digital media server and other IP-based devices.

For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system,

refer to the latest version of the Crestron e-Control



Reference Guide

(Doc. 6052), which is available for download from the Crestron website

(www.crestron.com/manuals

).

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Identity Code

Net ID

The Net ID of the CEN-RFGW-EX has been factory set to 2F. The Net

IDs of multiple CEN-RFGW-EX devices in the same system must be

unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via Crestron

Toolbox™ (refer to “Establishing Communication” which starts on page

20).

When setting the Net ID, consider the following:

• The Net ID of each unit must match an ID code specified in the

SIMPL™ Windows

®

program.

• Each network device must have a unique Net ID.

For more details, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.

IP ID

The IP ID is set within the CEN-RFGW-EX’s table using Crestron

Toolbox. For information on setting an IP table, refer to the Crestron

Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple CEN-RFGW-EX devices in the

same system must be unique.

When setting the IP ID, consider the following:

• The IP ID of each unit must match an IP ID specified in the

SIMPL™ Windows

®

program.

• Each device using IP to communicate with a control system must

have a unique IP ID.

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Installation

Ventilation

To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that

exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of

specifications. Consider using forced air ventilation and/or incrementing

the spacing between units to reduce overheating. Consideration must be

given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly since the

operating ambient temperature of the environment may be greater than

the room ambient temperature. Contact with thermal insulating materials

should be avoided on all sides of the unit.

Placement

Tips

When installing a CEN-RFGW-EX near another CEN-RFGW-EX, for

optimum performance, keep the following in mind:

• Do not place multiple gateways on the same channel. Refer to

“Appendix A: The RF Spectrum” on page 30 for details.

• Gateways on adjacent channels should be at least 12 feet

(3.7 meters) apart.

• Gateways on non-adjacent channels should be at least three feet

(0.9 meters) apart.

When installing a CEN-RFGW-EX near a Wi-Fi access point, for

optimum performance, keep the following in mind:

• Gateways on RF channels adjacent to operating Wi-Fi channels

should be placed at least 12 feet (3.7 meters) from the nearest

Wi-Fi access point.

• Gateways on RF channels that are non-adjacent to Wi-Fi channels

should be located at least six feet (1.8 meters) from the nearest Wi-

Fi access point.

For more information on RF channels and their interaction with the

Wi-Fi spectrum, refer to “Appendix A: The RF Spectrum” on page 30.

For additional information on optimal gateway placement, refer to

“Appendix B: Optimum RF Reception Guidelines” which starts on page

31.

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Hardware Hookup

Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustrations that

follow this paragraph. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 11 before

attaching the 4-position terminal block connector. Apply power after all

connections have been made.

NOTE: Power should be supplied through either the LAN PoE port or

the NET port but not both.

When making connections to the CEN-RFGW-EX, use Crestron power

supplies for Crestron equipment.

Hardware Connections for the CEN-RFGW-EX (Top View)

ANTENNA:

FOR INCLUDED

ANTENNA

Hardware Connections for the CEN-RFGW-EX (Bottom View)

LAN PoE:

10BASE-T /

100BASE-TX

ETHERNET TO LAN

NET:

TO CONTROL SYSTEM

AND OTHER CRESNET

DEVICES

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NOTE: Antenna must be attached directly to the antenna connector. It

should not be extended with a cable.

NOTE: Although both the LAN PoE and NET ports can be used for

configuration, there can only be one control connection to the control

system.

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Programming Software

Have a question or comment about Crestron software?

Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the

Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view

questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at

http://support.crestron.com

. First-time users will need to establish a user

account.

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the

PC

NOTE: Crestron recommends that you use the latest software to take

advantage of the most recently released features. The latest software is

available from the Crestron website.

Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows



-based software tools

to develop an infiNET system. For the minimum recommended software

versions, visit the Version Tracker page of the Crestron website

(www.crestron.com/versiontracker

).

Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder

Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does

not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows. For additional details,

download SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the

extensive help file.

Programming with SIMPL Windows

NOTE: While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the

CEN-RFGW-EX, it is recommended to use SystemBuilder for

configuring a system.

SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s premier software for programming

Crestron control systems. It is organized into two separate but equally

important “Managers”.

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